I Am Me
2015 · Movie · 74 min. · United Kingdom
'I Am Me' tells the story of 24 year old Charlie, a young man with a learning disability and autism. Charlie loves gardening and books but hates shouting and graffiti. The story begins as Charlie is moving into his own flat. With Charlie's mum being ill and struggling with his care, Charlie's older brother Tom is keen that he takes steps towards living a more independent life. Over time though Charlie is targeted by local youths and the abuse starts to escalate. 'I Am Me' is a hard hitting and emotional film that explores many complex issues surrounding the effects of disability hate crime, in a thought provoking yet sensitive way.
Direction Jenni Mason
Cast Daniel Cameron · Dani Heron · Scott Kerr · Heather MacInnes · Jordan MacLeod · Una McDade · Angela Moore · Alan Orr · Leigh Quinn
Soundtrack Alan Orr
Screenplay Jenni Mason
Cinematography Grant Mason
Original title I Am Me
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Not rated (FilmAffinity)
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